$215,000 Goal

$217,144.99 Total Raised

Top Teams

Go to Catskill Animal Sanctuary

Catskill Animal Sanctuary

Total Raised
$85,172.80
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Go to Indraloka Animal Sanctuary

Indraloka Animal Sanctuary

Total Raised
$24,511.83
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2

Top Fundraisers

Go to Judith Turkel

Judith Turkel

Total Raised
$6,288.40
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Go to Michael Venzor

Michael Venzor

Total Raised
$3,313.99
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2

Go to Addie Yoder

Addie Yoder

Text goatgames133 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$103.40
Donors
5
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Aerie And Alphonso Kurello

Aerie And Alphonso Kurello

Text goatgames138 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$0
Donors
0
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Alisha Kettner

Alisha Kettner

Text goatgames155 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$1,217.14
Donors
26
Goal Amount
$1,000
Go to Alyse Endres

Alyse Endres

Text goatgames165 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$25.85
Donors
1
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Amelia Balik

Amelia Balik

Text goatgames37 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$330.37
Donors
10
Goal Amount
$500
Go to Amy Wood

Amy Wood

Text goatgames100 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$294.69
Donors
10
Goal Amount
$225
Go to Anca Radulescu

Anca Radulescu

Text goatgames93 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$41.36
Donors
2
Goal Amount
$200
Go to Andrea Burritt

Andrea Burritt

Text goatgames54 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$347.24
Donors
6
Goal Amount
$500
Go to Andrea Nassar

Andrea Nassar

Text goatgames111 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$220.10
Donors
5
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Annie Klein

Annie Klein

Text goatgames91 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$191.29
Donors
3
Goal Amount
$200
Go to Annie Lufkin

Annie Lufkin

Text goatgames154 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$697.95
Donors
18
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Annie Motter

Annie Motter

Text goatgames88 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$413.60
Donors
6
Goal Amount
$150
Go to Ashleigh Johnson

Ashleigh Johnson

Text goatgames123 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$100.76
Donors
4
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Ashley Wisdom

Ashley Wisdom

Text goatgames78 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$180.95
Donors
4
Goal Amount
$200
Go to Belinda Davis

Belinda Davis

Text goatgames60 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$1,101.79
Donors
25
Goal Amount
$1,000
Go to Bridget Long

Bridget Long

Text goatgames152 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$258.50
Donors
1
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Brock Rumer

Brock Rumer

Text goatgames98 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$103.40
Donors
1
Goal Amount
$1,000
Go to Camryn Beck

Camryn Beck

Text goatgames105 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$180.95
Donors
3
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Candace Hoeckley

Candace Hoeckley

Text goatgames65 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$77.55
Donors
2
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Cassedy Coleman

Cassedy Coleman

Text goatgames139 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$103.40
Donors
4
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Cathy Johnson

Cathy Johnson

Text goatgames161 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$258.50
Donors
1
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Cecilia Carter

Cecilia Carter

Text goatgames77 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$206.80
Donors
5
Goal Amount
$200
Go to Chewie Barbieri

Chewie Barbieri

Text goatgames143 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$103.40
Donors
2
Goal Amount
$50
Go to Christopher Nassar

Christopher Nassar

Text goatgames22 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$263.67
Donors
9
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Christopher Vane

Christopher Vane

Text goatgames64 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$1,061.76
Donors
25
Goal Amount
$2,500
Go to Clare O'Brien

Clare O'Brien

Text goatgames28 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$336.05
Donors
8
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Coleen Dunbar

Coleen Dunbar

Text goatgames46 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$341.22
Donors
8
Goal Amount
$500
Go to Colleen Schropfer

Colleen Schropfer

Text goatgames79 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$584.21
Donors
10
Goal Amount
$500
Go to Dani Morin

Dani Morin

Text goatgames51 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$413.60
Donors
5
Goal Amount
$800
Go to Daniel McKernan

Daniel McKernan

Text goatgames114 to 71777 to donate
Total Raised
$1,700.93
Donors
29
Goal Amount
$5,000
Go to Addie Yoder

Addie Yoder

Barn Sanctuary

Team Barn Sanctuary! Help Team Barn Sanctuary take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! Please join us by supporting Team Barn Sanctuary for the 2021 Goat Games! Our fabulous Team Captain is Lola the GOAT! Members of our team are moving and shaking in any way they can to help us meet our team goal. Not only will this help Lola receive continued care to improve her mobility, it will also help the other rescued residents that call Barn Sanctuary home, like KJ, Hugo, Charlie and Emmy. All of the residents that call Barn Sanctuary home are incredibly unique and special. Team Captain Lola is friendly, playful and most of all — she doesn’t give up. Sweet Lola suffered from severe frostbite as a baby and lost the back half of her rear legs. Without Barn Sanctuary stepping in to rescue her, Lola would not have survived. Despite her rough start to life, Lola has the strongest spirit and she doesn’t let anything get in her way! After surgery, Lola was using a mobility cart to help get her strong. Today, she is rocking her own custom prosthetics like an all star and playing with our other differently-abled goat residents! Your support is essential for our Goat Games Team! Learn more about our Goat Teammates by watching this video! All donations will be used to provide continued therapy and care for Lola and our other residents with special physical needs. Just like Lola, nothing can stop us from reaching our goal! We got this Team Barn Sanctuary! Barn Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating farmed animals who have been abused and neglected. We show farmed animals in a new light, highlighting their individuality by sharing their unique stories and educating the public about the treatment of animals raised for human consumption. We operate on all levels from a position of kindness, mutual respect, and belonging, welcoming everyone to participate in our mission to spread compassion for farmed animals everywhere. Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: Sarah Chouinard, Programs Manager, sarah@barnsanctuary.org

Total Raised
$103.40
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Aerie And Alphonso Kurello

Aerie And Alphonso Kurello

Indraloka Animal Sanctuary

Team Indraloka! Help Team Indraloka take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! Thank you for joining Team Indraloka! Our mission is to inform, inspire and empower the community, especially children, on ways in which we can better care for ourselves and the environment while helping animals in need. We advocate for a kind and compassionate lifestyle that protects animals, the earth, and our own health. By participating in the Goat Games you are helping more than 200 rescued farm animals and all who love and care for them. Thank you for your kind and generous support! Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: Robin Olson, Director of Development, robin@indraloka.org

Total Raised
$0
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Alisha Kettner

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021 to help raise money for Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge! This sanctuary means a lot to me, and I volunteer there a few times a month to help feed and care for the many chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, sheep and goats they care for! They're looking to expand and soon give cows a happy home, and I can't wait to be a part of that growth! IF YOUR GOALS DON'T SCARE YOU, THEY'RE NOT BIG ENOUGH! This being said, I'm going to get a little aggressive with my fundraising and exercise goal for this challenge. At first I was going to raise $500 and move 100 miles within the week, but then I decided I could challenge myself further. So, since I'm currently training for my first half-ironman in October (70.3 miles total: 1.2 mile swim, 56 mile bike, 13.1 mile run), and my long term goal is to run a full ironman someday (double those distances), I decided I'm going to do swim/bike/run a total of 140 miles this week, the distance of a full Ironman! Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now! You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for your support! Alisha

Total Raised
$1,217.14
Goal Amount
$1,000
Go to Alyse Endres

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Alyse Endres

Total Raised
$25.85
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Amelia Balik

Hi friends and family! This summer, I have had the incredible opportunity to intern with Catskill Animal Sanctuary, a place for rescued farmed animals that I have visited since I was a child. Over the years, I have met so many remarkable individuals who call the sanctuary home, including Bruce the friendly Muscovy duck who climbed into my mom's lap when we visited a few years ago, Ferguson the sociable sheep who greeted me on my way in and out of the sanctuary on my most recent visit, and Hermione the sweet goat who let me scratch behind her ears as I fed her and her friends willow branches. This year, for my 21st birthday, I am asking those who would like to celebrate with me to donate to the sanctuary to ensure that the current (and future!) sanctuary residents continue to receive the care they need. In return, Luna (pictured above), Scout (my other dog not pictured), and I will walk/hike 10 miles between August 14th and 21st (my birthday week!). Thank you all for your support! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Meet Chester the CAS Team Captain! Chester was rescued as a baby in 2020. He and his adopted siblings, Mollie, Arlo, and Levi were brought to CAS, but Chester had a hard time growing and catching up to them. With the love and attention of his caregivers —and the mentorship of a special old goat named Tigger— Chester is THRIVING! His "never say never" spirit makes him the perfect captain for Team Catskill Animal Sanctuary — and with your help - he'll lead us to victory! For the past 20 years, Catskill Animal Sanctuary has been a refuge for thousands of rescued animals: from The Great Sheep Rambo who taught so many incredible lessons to iconic steers Amos and Jesse who opened countless hearts, and so many others. With the second annual Goat Games, we are SPRINTING into the future, right alongside Chester and the "next generation" of rescues. Will YOU go for the gold as we strive to raise $70,000 for their future? This is where it all began...the 2020 Goat Games! Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: TheGoatGames@casanctuary.org

Total Raised
$330.37
Goal Amount
$500
Go to Amy Wood

Team Barn Sanctuary! Help Team Barn Sanctuary take home the gold and support me! I am pledging to walk/jog 15 miles during August 14th to August 21st! Please join us by supporting Team Barn Sanctuary for the 2021 Goat Games! Our fabulous Team Captain is Lola the GOAT! Members of our team are moving and shaking in any way they can to help us meet our team goal. Not only will this help Lola receive continued care to improve her mobility, it will also help the other rescued residents that call Barn Sanctuary home, like KJ, Hugo, Charlie and Emmy. All of the residents that call Barn Sanctuary home are incredibly unique and special. Team Captain Lola is friendly, playful and most of all — she doesn’t give up. Sweet Lola suffered from severe frostbite as a baby and lost the back half of her rear legs. Without Barn Sanctuary stepping in to rescue her, Lola would not have survived. Despite her rough start to life, Lola has the strongest spirit and she doesn’t let anything get in her way! After surgery, Lola was using a mobility cart to help get her strong. Today, she is rocking her own custom prosthetics like an all star and playing with our other differently-abled goat residents! Your support is essential for our Goat Games Team! Learn more about our Goat Teammates by watching this video! All donations will be used to provide continued therapy and care for Lola and our other residents with special physical needs. Just like Lola, nothing can stop us from reaching our goal! We got this Team Barn Sanctuary! Barn Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating farmed animals who have been abused and neglected. We show farmed animals in a new light, highlighting their individuality by sharing their unique stories and educating the public about the treatment of animals raised for human consumption. We operate on all levels from a position of kindness, mutual respect, and belonging, welcoming everyone to participate in our mission to spread compassion for farmed animals everywhere. Thank you for your support!!

Total Raised
$294.69
Goal Amount
$225
Go to Anca Radulescu

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Anca Radulescu

Total Raised
$41.36
Goal Amount
$200
Go to Andrea Burritt

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Andrea Burritt

Total Raised
$347.24
Goal Amount
$500
Go to Andrea Nassar

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Andrea Nassar

Total Raised
$220.10
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Annie Klein

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Annie

Total Raised
$191.29
Goal Amount
$200
Go to Annie Lufkin

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be hiking 30 miles, biking 10 miles and running a 5k to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Annie Lufkin

Total Raised
$697.95
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Annie Motter

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Annie Motter

Total Raised
$413.60
Goal Amount
$150
Go to Ashleigh Johnson

Ashleigh Johnson

Barn Sanctuary

Team Barn Sanctuary! Help Team Barn Sanctuary take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! Please join us by supporting Team Barn Sanctuary for the 2021 Goat Games! Our fabulous Team Captain is Lola the GOAT! Members of our team are moving and shaking in any way they can to help us meet our team goal. Not only will this help Lola receive continued care to improve her mobility, it will also help the other rescued residents that call Barn Sanctuary home, like KJ, Hugo, Charlie and Emmy. All of the residents that call Barn Sanctuary home are incredibly unique and special. Team Captain Lola is friendly, playful and most of all — she doesn’t give up. Sweet Lola suffered from severe frostbite as a baby and lost the back half of her rear legs. Without Barn Sanctuary stepping in to rescue her, Lola would not have survived. Despite her rough start to life, Lola has the strongest spirit and she doesn’t let anything get in her way! After surgery, Lola was using a mobility cart to help get her strong. Today, she is rocking her own custom prosthetics like an all star and playing with our other differently-abled goat residents! Your support is essential for our Goat Games Team! Learn more about our Goat Teammates by watching this video! All donations will be used to provide continued therapy and care for Lola and our other residents with special physical needs. Just like Lola, nothing can stop us from reaching our goal! We got this Team Barn Sanctuary! Barn Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating farmed animals who have been abused and neglected. We show farmed animals in a new light, highlighting their individuality by sharing their unique stories and educating the public about the treatment of animals raised for human consumption. We operate on all levels from a position of kindness, mutual respect, and belonging, welcoming everyone to participate in our mission to spread compassion for farmed animals everywhere. Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: Sarah Chouinard, Programs Manager, sarah@barnsanctuary.org

Total Raised
$100.76
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Ashley Wisdom

Ashley Wisdom

Pasado's Safe Haven

Team Pasado's Safe Haven! Hi Friends and Family! I am joining the Goat Olympics this years to help raise money for the animals at Pasado's Safe Haven. Since I'm not a particularly athletic person my sport for these Olympics is going to crafting! Join me as I craft my way through the Olympics to help raise money for the animals. ------ Help Team Pasado's take home the gold as a Goat Olympics competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! Pasado's Safe Haven offers a 360-degree approach to ensuring respect for every animal. Our mission is to end animal cruelty and create a more compassionate world. The comprehensive nature of our work is unique. We not only care for animals who have been victims of cruelty, we also are trying influence the social systems that impact animal lives. We want not only to improve the response to crimes against animals, but also prevent cruelty before it starts. We are the only animal sanctuary in the Pacific Northwest that rescues and rehabilitates all types of animals – dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, turkeys, pigs, goats, sheep, cows, donkeys, alpacas and more. We give them as much time as they need to heal both physically and emotionally, so that they can be adopted to loving families and live their lives in peace. This type of care is lengthy and expensive – the average cost of care for a dog or cat at our sanctuary is thousands of dollars per animal. It's even more for larger, grazing animals. We could not do what we do without the unwavering support of our donors. We also depend on volunteers. Opportunities include helping with farm chores, Dog Towne, Kitty City, enrichment, spay/neuter clinics, food banks, office work, events, our youth programs, etc. #thegoatgames2021 Contact: Stacey DiNuzzo, Communications Director, StaceyD@pasadosafehaven.org

Total Raised
$180.95
Goal Amount
$200
Go to Belinda Davis

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. I have not swam in almost 2 years (thanks Covid) so to help me get back into it, I am setting the goal of swimming 5 miles/8 km between August 14 and August 21. Will you support me and help raise money for rescued farmed animals? You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Belinda Davis

Total Raised
$1,101.79
Goal Amount
$1,000
Go to Bridget Long

Bridget Long

Heartwood Haven

Team Heartwood! Help Team Heartwood take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! Go for the Gold with Team Heartwood. Join or support team Heartwood Haven in the 2021 Goat Games! While we may not have any goats currently living at Heartwood, our pigs would argue that they are the G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time). The jury is still out but we're encouraging them to reach for the stars in these Olym-pigs! Heartwood Haven is located in a park-like setting in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We are on a mission to end animal cruelty against farm animals in the PNW. We primarily work with local animal control to rescue animals coming from cruelty and abuse cases. These animals are typically former cock-fighting roosters and pigs. Through our successful adoption program we are able to save hundreds of animals every year. In addition to our rescue work we also fight for a more compassionate world through our education and advocacy programs. Your generosity and support allows us to continue the fight for the most vulnerable among us. Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: Hope Hilman, Director of Operations, Co-Founder, info@heartwoodhaven.org

Total Raised
$258.50
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Brock Rumer

Join the Ginger Grange in support of a special organizaton that is very close to our hearts! ------------------------------------------ Team Pasado's! Pasado's Safe Haven offers a 360-degree approach to ensuring respect for every animal. Our mission is to end animal cruelty and create a more compassionate world. The comprehensive nature of our work is unique. We not only care for animals who have been victims of cruelty, we also are trying influence the social systems that impact animal lives. We want not only to improve the response to crimes against animals, but also prevent cruelty before it starts. We are the only animal sanctuary in the Pacific Northwest that rescues and rehabilitates all types of animals – dogs, cats, chickens, ducks, turkeys, pigs, goats, sheep, cows, donkeys, alpacas and more. We give them as much time as they need to heal both physically and emotionally, so that they can be adopted to loving families and live their lives in peace. This type of care is lengthy and expensive – the average cost of care for a dog or cat at our sanctuary is thousands of dollars per animal. It's even more for larger, grazing animals. We could not do what we do without the unwavering support of our donors.

Total Raised
$103.40
Goal Amount
$1,000
Go to Camryn Beck

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Camryn Beck

Total Raised
$180.95
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Candace Hoeckley

Candace Hoeckley

Catskill Animal Sanctuary

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold? Between August 14 to August 21, I'll be mooooo-ving to raise money for rescued farmed animals, and you can support my training by helping me reach my goal now. You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Candace Hoeckley

Total Raised
$77.55
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Cassedy Coleman

Team Farmaste! Help Team Farmaste take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! You can walk, run, bike, hike, swim, kayak (or whatever you choose) your way to helping Team Farmaste raise critical funds for the care of its rescued animals! The vote for our Team Captain was very close -- Moolan Cow kindly stepped aside when she realized the fundraiser was called The Goat Games -- so we're proud to announce that Iggy Goat will lead Team Farmaste to the GOLD! Iggy, known for his tough days on the streets of Inver Grove Heights, has rallied the rest of our fierce and friendly goat herd -- and Willow, Otis, Kristen and Buffy are already in training! All of the funds raised for Team Farmaste will go towards ensuring the health and happiness of the animals. Your kindness and generous donations are the reasons for Farmaste’s success and we can't thank you enough for your continued support! Please register as an athlete and encourage your family, friends, colleagues and neighbors to support you by donating! Help the Goat Games make a meaningful impact by spreading awareness of our life-saving work and bringing our sanctuary community to its hooves and feet! Let’s do this y'all! Farmaste Animal Sanctuary offers rescue, rehabilitation and a safe haven to abused, injured and unwanted farmed animals. Based in Lindstrom, Minnesota, our sanctuary is currently home to 22 residents and 4 different species. Our cows, sheep, pigs and goats will be allowed to live out their lives with the highest level of care, and will truly be able to “find zen living as someone, not something.” We offer a variety of outreach programs that promote mindfulness and compassionate living in the hopes of inspiring change in the way society views and treats farmed animals. Join Team Farmaste today to help us hit our $10,000 goal! Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: Sam Meister, meisterdd07a@gmail.com

Total Raised
$103.40
Goal Amount
$100
Go to Cathy Johnson

Team Farmaste! Help Team Farmaste take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! You can walk, run, bike, hike, swim, kayak (or whatever you choose) your way to helping Team Farmaste raise critical funds for the care of its rescued animals! The vote for our Team Captain was very close -- Moolan Cow kindly stepped aside when she realized the fundraiser was called The Goat Games -- so we're proud to announce that Iggy Goat will lead Team Farmaste to the GOLD! Iggy, known for his tough days on the streets of Inver Grove Heights, has rallied the rest of our fierce and friendly goat herd -- and Willow, Otis, Kristen and Buffy are already in training! All of the funds raised for Team Farmaste will go towards ensuring the health and happiness of the animals. Your kindness and generous donations are the reasons for Farmaste’s success and we can't thank you enough for your continued support! Please register as an athlete and encourage your family, friends, colleagues and neighbors to support you by donating! Help the Goat Games make a meaningful impact by spreading awareness of our life-saving work and bringing our sanctuary community to its hooves and feet! Let’s do this y'all! Farmaste Animal Sanctuary offers rescue, rehabilitation and a safe haven to abused, injured and unwanted farmed animals. Based in Lindstrom, Minnesota, our sanctuary is currently home to 22 residents and 4 different species. Our cows, sheep, pigs and goats will be allowed to live out their lives with the highest level of care, and will truly be able to “find zen living as someone, not something.” We offer a variety of outreach programs that promote mindfulness and compassionate living in the hopes of inspiring change in the way society views and treats farmed animals. Join Team Farmaste today to help us hit our $10,000 goal! Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: Sam Meister, meisterdd07a@gmail.com

Total Raised
$258.50
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Cecilia Carter

Team Piedmont! Cecilia here! The refuge is my favorite place on earth and I’m trying to score some coinage in the name of some very lovely goats! I’m hoping you’ll pledge $1-2 a mile for the 20 miles I’ll be walking August 14-21! Together we can help out Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge who does so much every day for the animals! Any donations are much appreciated! Be good and stay safe y’all! Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge provides lifelong care to rescued farm animals, educates people about the realities of animal agriculture, and promotes veganism by offering knowledge, support, and community. Founded in 2012, the Refuge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in central North Carolina. We are thrilled to participate in the 2021 Goat Games as we are currently raising funds to expand our sanctuary! Earlier this year, we were presented with the exciting opportunity to purchase an adjacent lot that has more than doubled our size, from 20 to 45 acres! This expansion will allow us to rescue even more animals in need--goats, but also cows, pigs, and more. We are currently home to over 120 rescued residents and we can’t wait to see that number continue to grow as we make progress on our new space! Your generous donation will help us take full advantage of our new acreage, which includes beautiful forests where cows and pigs will roam, a large pond where rescued animals will cool off and take a dip, historic barns with exciting potential, and several streams and critical wetland areas supporting native wildlife.We have the land secured, but we need your help to transform it into a haven for rescued animals. Thank you so much for supporting this project and the lifesaving work of the Refuge!

Total Raised
$206.80
Goal Amount
$200
Go to Chewie Barbieri

Hi! I'm Chewie! I am a 5 month old puppy and new to this world. I love being part of a loving home and want to help my animal friends at Catskill Animal Sanctuary enjoy their loving home! Anytime, I hear the word, "walk", I jump up and get excited! I am going to walk (and sniff) my way into the Goat Games! I dedicate this year's Goat Games to the beloved sheep Christopher! My humans tell me he was the best sheep ever. Team Catskill! Get official Team Catskill Animal Sanctuary merch here! For the past 20 years, Catskill Animal Sanctuary has been a refuge for thousands of rescued animals: from The Great Sheep Rambo who taught so many incredible lessons to iconic steers Amos and Jesse who opened countless hearts, and so many others. This is where it all began...the 2020 Goat Games! Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: TheGoatGames@casanctuary.org

Total Raised
$103.40
Goal Amount
$50
Go to Christopher Nassar

Christopher Nassar

Catskill Animal Sanctuary

Team Catskill! Help Team Catskill take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! Meet Chester the CAS Team Captain! Chester was rescued as a baby in 2020. He and his adopted siblings, Mollie, Arlo, and Levi were brought to CAS, but Chester had a hard time growing and catching up to them. With the love and attention of his caregivers —and the mentorship of a special old goat named Tigger— Chester is THRIVING! His "never say never" spirit makes him the perfect captain for Team Catskill Animal Sanctuary — and with your help - he'll lead us to victory! For the past 20 years, Catskill Animal Sanctuary has been a refuge for thousands of rescued animals: from The Great Sheep Rambo who taught so many incredible lessons to iconic steers Amos and Jesse who opened countless hearts, and so many others. With the second annual Goat Games, we are SPRINTING into the future, right alongside Chester and the "next generation" of rescues. Will YOU go for the gold as we strive to raise $70,000 for their future? This is where it all began...the 2020 Goat Games! Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: TheGoatGames@casanctuary.org

Total Raised
$263.67
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Christopher Vane

Christopher Vane

Little Bear Sanctuary

Team Little Bear! Help Team Little Bear take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! We picked this handsome boy as our Goat Games 2021 mascot because he is the leader of his goat family. Even though he’s the smallest of the goats (pygmy), Shrek definitely has the largest personality. If you’ve had the chance to meet him, you know he’s the first to greet any visitors and he demands attention! Attention being endless rubs and kisses. LOL We're grateful to our supporters and volunteers who selflessly help Little Bear Sanctuary every day. Your efforts have helped us become a rescue powerhouse. Let’s keep that going with this amazing opportunity! If you can run, walk, jog, or swim you can join us for the fun either with friends, family, or on your own in your backyard or take to the streets - this is fun way to get outside and have fun while helping raise money for this important fundraiser. Please join us on this weeklong adventure to help Shrek and his entire sanctuary family be safer during the storm months of the summer and help us BRING HOME THE GOLD! Little Bear Sanctuary's commitment to saving animals in need is apparent in every facet of what we do. Harnessing life experiences, creativity, and desire to provide a better world for farm animals, we live each day caring for hundreds of previously abused or slaughter-bound animals. To date, Little Bear Sanctuary has rescued over 170 farm animals, each one facing an incredibly bleak future if we hadn’t intervened. While a lot has changed over the past few years, Little Bear Sanctuary's mission has remained unwavering: to provide a permanent home for abandoned or disregarded farm animals. The sanctuary is open to all animals in need, affording farm animals an opportunity to live out their lives in peace. As Little Bear Sanctuary continues to grow, it's imperative that we further develop and expand the property, community outreach avenues, and animal grounds to handle the intake. The funds raised with this fundraiser will be used specifically to build a hurricane resistant barn structure. Plans include a pole barn surrounded by industrial metal shipping containers. This give us both a large main interior space with the ability to use the exterior containers as "mini barns" for our 115 pigs and smaller animals. Similar to this photo: (Picture used for reference only) Little Bear Sanctuary's team strive daily to provide a cruelty-free environment and safe community haven for animals in need and receiving financial help to further the development of the sanctuary is essential. Your support allows us to continue creating a better world for farm animals. Love and gratitude from all of us at Little Bear Sanctuary. Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021

Total Raised
$1,061.76
Goal Amount
$2,500
Go to Clare O'Brien

Back and Better Than Ever! As you may (or may not!) know, I've returned to Catskill Animal Sanctuary in a new position on their staff! It's such a warm and welcoming place and I LOVE that I'm back as a full-time employee. Will you help me support CAS during this year's Goat Games? I'm hoping to fundraise $250 for the animals I love so dearly-- Micah, the handsome sheep who follows the sound of my voice, Tucker, the gigantic steer who is as affectionate as any dog, and of course, Sister Mary Frances, the pot-belly pig with a larger-than-life personality! This summer, I have discovered a new fitness passion--spin cycling! For the Goat Games, I am going to keep up my cycling at SpinRevolution in Albany and represent CAS while doing so! I'll be that crazy girl with the Goat Games bib on! Thank you for your support! The animals, and I, are very grateful! This is where it all began...the 2020 Goat Games! Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: TheGoatGames@casanctuary.org

Total Raised
$336.05
Goal Amount
$250
Go to Coleen Dunbar

Coleen Dunbar

Heartwood Haven

Team Heartwood! Josephine, Eloise, Coleen, and Britt are raising funds to benefit Heartwood Haven! We fell in love with Ruby (the "piggy-gator", see video below!) and decided to take part in the Goat Games 2021 to help support her and all the other wonderful animal friends residing at Heartwood Haven. We are hoping to raise $500. Your donation will help us get there! Thank you! Josephine, Eloise, Coleen, and Britt Go for the Gold with Team Heartwood. Join or support team Heartwood Haven in the 2021 Goat Games! While we may not have any goats currently living at Heartwood, our pigs would argue that they are the G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time). The jury is still out but we're encouraging them to reach for the stars in these Olym-pigs! Heartwood Haven is located in a park-like setting in the beautiful Pacific Northwest. We are on a mission to end animal cruelty against farm animals in the PNW. We primarily work with local animal control to rescue animals coming from cruelty and abuse cases. These animals are typically former cock-fighting roosters and pigs. Through our successful adoption program we are able to save hundreds of animals every year. In addition to our rescue work we also fight for a more compassionate world through our education and advocacy programs. Your generosity and support allows us to continue the fight for the most vulnerable among us.

Total Raised
$341.22
Goal Amount
$500
Go to Colleen Schropfer

Colleen Schropfer

Catskill Animal Sanctuary

I'm taking part in The Goat Games 2021— will you help me grab the gold for Rescued Farmed Animals? No more broken bones like 2020 so this year I'll be hiking and walking to raise money for 100s of beautiful rescued farmed animals that we save from neglect, abuse and abandonment! Will you help me reach my goal? You can find out more about The Goat Games and become a champion for animals by making a donation here: https://igfn.us/vf/goatgames Thanks for being part of my dream team! Colleen Challenger Schropfer

Total Raised
$584.21
Goal Amount
$500
Go to Dani Morin

Team Piedmont! Hi All! My goal for The Goat Games is to log five workouts a week - a mix of running, peloton rides, and lifting! The Goat Games officially runs Aug 14 - 21, but I'm 100% starting now. =) Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge provides lifelong care to rescued farm animals, educates people about the realities of animal agriculture, and promotes veganism by offering knowledge, support, and community. Founded in 2012, the Refuge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization located in central North Carolina. We are thrilled to participate in the 2021 Goat Games as we are currently raising funds to expand our sanctuary! Earlier this year, we were presented with the exciting opportunity to purchase an adjacent lot that has more than doubled our size, from 20 to 45 acres! This expansion will allow us to rescue even more animals in need--goats, but also cows, pigs, and more. We are currently home to over 120 rescued residents and we can’t wait to see that number continue to grow as we make progress on our new space! Your generous donation will help us take full advantage of our new acreage, which includes beautiful forests where cows and pigs will roam, a large pond where rescued animals will cool off and take a dip, historic barns with exciting potential, and several streams and critical wetland areas supporting native wildlife.We have the land secured, but we need your help to transform it into a haven for rescued animals. Thank you so much for supporting this project and the lifesaving work of the Refuge! Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: info@piedmontrefuge.org

Total Raised
$413.60
Goal Amount
$800
Go to Daniel McKernan

Daniel McKernan

Barn Sanctuary

Team Barn Sanctuary! Help Team Barn Sanctuary take home the gold as an athletic competitor and raise money OR you can carry the torch as a donor. No matter which way YOU "play," the animals know you're a winner! Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family so they can get in on the fun! Please join us by supporting Team Barn Sanctuary for the 2021 Goat Games! Our fabulous Team Captain is Lola the GOAT! Members of our team are moving and shaking in any way they can to help us meet our team goal. Not only will this help Lola receive continued care to improve her mobility, it will also help the other rescued residents that call Barn Sanctuary home, like KJ, Hugo, Charlie and Emmy. All of the residents that call Barn Sanctuary home are incredibly unique and special. Team Captain Lola is friendly, playful and most of all — she doesn’t give up. Sweet Lola suffered from severe frostbite as a baby and lost the back half of her rear legs. Without Barn Sanctuary stepping in to rescue her, Lola would not have survived. Despite her rough start to life, Lola has the strongest spirit and she doesn’t let anything get in her way! After surgery, Lola was using a mobility cart to help get her strong. Today, she is rocking her own custom prosthetics like an all star and playing with our other differently-abled goat residents! Your support is essential for our Goat Games Team! Learn more about our Goat Teammates by watching this video! All donations will be used to provide continued therapy and care for Lola and our other residents with special physical needs. Just like Lola, nothing can stop us from reaching our goal! We got this Team Barn Sanctuary! Barn Sanctuary is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating farmed animals who have been abused and neglected. We show farmed animals in a new light, highlighting their individuality by sharing their unique stories and educating the public about the treatment of animals raised for human consumption. We operate on all levels from a position of kindness, mutual respect, and belonging, welcoming everyone to participate in our mission to spread compassion for farmed animals everywhere. Don't forget to download and print our team bib here -- wear it proudly as you walk, hike, bike, run, swim, etc. and take lots of photos/video to post on social media! #thegoatgames2021 Contact: Sarah Chouinard, Programs Manager, sarah@barnsanctuary.org

Total Raised
$1,700.93
Goal Amount
$5,000